Self Care

COVID-19 Series: A Helpful Acronym for Coping

You know what I love for coping with chaotic times? Acronyms. Frickin' love 'em. I know it's kind of dorky, but they really are great -...

Self Care Series: The Problem with Putting It All on You

There's something powerful in knowing that you can help yourself by taking good care of your own well-being. You have some agency in all...

Self Care Series: For You, Not for Anyone Else

Your doctor tells you that you'd better start exercising. Your mother tells you you're gaining weight. Online, your friends' yoga selfies...

Self Care Series: Emotional Need, or Physical Need?

Perhaps this next statement will shock you: our physical well-being affects our mental well-being. No? Not surprised? Okay, me neither....

Self Care Series: You Are What You Eat

I don't think I'm alone in this - in times of stress, I have a tendency to eat like crap. Too busy to eat a decent lunch? Peanut butter...

Self Care Series: The Benefits of Exercise

It's not uncommon that people ask me about ways to relieve distress that don't require a mental health provider. And, I understand this...

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